Scholarship Day

Grand View University hosts a select number of events each year offering first-year students an opportunity to earn additional scholarship dollars. On scholarship days, students are invited to visit campus and compete at different levels based upon their talent and academic ability.

Presidential Scholarship Up to $21,000 plus Compete for full tuition scholarship Compete for multiple $5,000 awards	Dean's Scholarship Up to $19,000 Scholarship plus Compete for multiple $3,000 awards
Director's Award Up to $17,000 Scholarship plus Compete for multiple $2,000 awards	GV Scholar's Award Up to $15,000 Scholarship plus Compete for multiple $2,000 awards

Amounts may vary for students receiving athletic scholarships based on the overall Grand View institutional aid offers.

All non-winning attendees will receive a $1,000 Scholarship Competition Award. Also, as an out of state student, you can qualify for a $1,000 Discover Iowa Award. If you have not yet had a qualifying visit, attending this event will meet that criteria! 

Next Events:

• Friday, January 31, 2025 (1:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.)
• Sunday, February 23, 2025

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	Optional Tour/Church Service
10:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	Check-in
11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.	Brunch
11:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.	Welcome
12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.	Micro Classes with Grand View faculty
12:55 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.	Academic and Involvement Fair Interviews - students only Optional sessions: Grand View Honors Program Q&A Panel Session GV Complete
2:00 p.m.	Closing
2:30 p.m.	Musical Arts Scholarship and Theatre Arts Scholarship interviews

What to Expect

• Student Interview - The competition includes a 15-minute personal interview. There are no wrong answers. We are looking for well-crafted, thought-provoking responses that directly reflect you as an individual. You will be competing only against students at your scholarship level.
• Dress for Success - We recommend students dress in a professional manner.
• Parent Participation - We encourage parents and/or guardians to accompany their students to this event. (There is a two-guest limit.)
• Campus Tour/Church Service - We will be offering an optional campus tours or church service.
• Have Fun! We look forward to getting to know more about you!